Shamim Chowdhury
Stories
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Asia
Armed militants terrorize Rohingya community in Bangladesh refugee camps
In Bangladesh's Rohingya refugee camps, armed militant gangs have been killing members of their community for years. Rights groups say their targets include anyone who refuses to join them.
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World
UN probe reveals the deaths of children in Bangladesh's response to protests last year
A UN investigation into year's deadly student-led protests in Bangladesh found that up to 13% of the victims were children, with most deaths likely caused by security forces.
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Asia
Now-ousted Bangladeshi PM was involved in thousands of disappearances, report says
A new report alleges ousted former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was directly involved in the enforced disappearances of thousands of people.
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Asia
Bangladesh's garment workers impacted by Western buyers paying 10% less for clothes
Western brands are paying less for clothes manufactured in Bangladesh. Workers hope recent political changes in the country will lead to improvements in their conditions.
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World
Millions in Bangladesh are still without homes after severe floods
The worst floods that Bangladesh has seen in decades occurred in August, displacing millions. Many people are still struggling to rebuild their lives and find sources of income.
